Senior Portraits – Class of 2023 Due to the anticipated construction at the high school over the summer, Legacy Studios will be holding senior portraits THIS SPRING FOR NEXT YEAR’S SENIOR CLASS. The photographers will also be returning in the fall, as well. Please be mindful of these guidelines when scheduling your appointment: Photographers will ensure a …
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Yesterday we spoke with many of you who voiced your concerns regarding the way the District handled an email threat received over the weekend. I am writing to you to let you know that I hear your concerns, and I agree we could have done a much better job communicating about the situation. I can …
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A Letter from Superintendent John Xanthis to the Valley Central Community: May 25, 2022 Dear Valley Central Community, It is with deep sadness that I write to you today regarding the tragic incident that occurred yesterday in a Texas elementary school. Our thoughts and prayers are with the families of those who have been irreparably …
NYS offers different endorsements and seals on high school diplomas to distinguish achievement. All of these are available to Valley Central students. They are: Advanced Regents Diploma with Honors: To earn a Regents Diploma with Advanced Designation with Honors, a student needs to have a computed average score of 90 or higher on all …
PARENTS, STUDENTS, COMMUNITY, AND STAFF INVITED TO APPLY FOR THE RACIAL AND SOCIAL EQUITY COMMITTEE Applications are being accepted for the District’s Racial and Social Equity Committee until 5 PM on Thursday, June 2, 2022. This advisory committee was established by the Board of Education with the goal to drive accountability for our schools with …
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Work has begun on our Capital Project Reconfiguration of the HS/MS Bus lanes/parking with tree removal so please use extra caution while in and around the HS/MS campus as the contractor works. Brad Conklin, School Business Official, reported on the tree removal at the February 14, 2022 Board of Education meeting. Mr. Conklin reported that …
Schools and healthcare professionals have seen significant increases in the use of vaping amongst teens. Exposure to these chemicals is increasingly becoming more dangerous. Parents and educators must continually educate themselves on the risks associated with these behaviors. Resources are available at the school, at the county, and at the national level. Please take time …
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On January 12, 2022, a student was found in possession of an air-soft gun. The Valley Central High School Administrators were made aware of this incident at approximately 10:00 AM this morning. An immediate investigation followed. Upon initial investigation it was concluded that there was no immediate threat. Witnesses were spoken to with the assistance …
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The question of what happens after high school looms large for every child as they complete their educational journey. This question looms even larger for children with special needs. Special needs is a spectrum of abilities with students who need minimal assistance to students who need a great deal of assistance to achieve success. What …
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eniors, the time has come to submit your SENIOR QUOTES! Use the Google Form linked below to leave your written legacy behind in this year’s Viking Log. Quotes are due Friday, January 28th! Email Ms. Kelleher at joette.kelleher@vcsdny.org with questions. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdTxOhIUG3taV_aAzFZhaEhoQPmRMBPpDemgm8F3yvQPH1Hzg/viewform?usp=sf_link Senior Quotes 2022: Google Form
